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Hurdland, MO

Missouri

Hurdland is a small town in Missouri with a population of 209. Residents earn $33,750 per year, which is 55% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
209 Population 633/sq mi density
$33,750 Median Income $35,437 per capita
$44,000 Home Value $171,035 Zillow
$813 Median Rent 31.9% income on rent
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$33,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$44,000 home value, $813/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $33,750
55% lower than US avg
Home Value $44,000
84% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.8%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent $813
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.6%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.7%
22% lower than US avg

How Hurdland Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population209
Median Age53.6 yrs
Density633/mi²
Male / Female65% / 35%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans18.9%

Economy

B
Median Income$33,750
Per Capita$35,437
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty9.7%
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$44,000
Rent$813
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$171,035
Housing Units110
Rent Burden31.9%

Health

Obesity39.6%
Uninsured9.7%
Smoking20.7%
Depression26.8%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI41 (Good)
Sunny Days282/yr
Elevation889 ft (271 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.8%
High School+89.9%
Graduate+11.2%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute29 min
Broadband66.0%

Is Hurdland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hurdland receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Hurdland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hurdland is $33,750, 55% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hurdland is $44,000, 84% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $813 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

With 282 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Hurdland has a population of 209 with a density of 633 people per square mile. The median age is 53.6 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.1%).

Population

209
Total Population
633
People / sq mi
53.6yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 64.6%
Female 35.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Hurdland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.6%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.4%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hurdland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hurdland is $33,750, which is 55% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Hurdland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$33,750
55% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,437

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.7%
22% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.5 min
Drive Alone69.0%
Public Transit27.6%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Hurdland is $44,000, 84% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $813 (30% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $171,035.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$44,000
84% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$171,035

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$813
30% below US avg
Rent Burden31.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$732
1 Bedroom$775
2 Bedrooms$970
3 Bedrooms$1,265
4 Bedrooms$1,457

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied93.9%
Housing Units110
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

In Hurdland, 39.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.7% of residents lack health insurance. 20.7% are current smokers. 26.8% report depression. 31.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Hurdland vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.6%
23% above US avg
Diabetes11.5%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure34.9%
Asthma11.1%
COPD9.2%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.7%
48% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.1%
Physical Inactivity31.5%
Depression26.8%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress15.5%
Short Sleep37.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.3%
Uninsured9.7%
13% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.9%
Dental Visits55.5%

Food & Exercise

16.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 66.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%
D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.8%
50% below US avg
High School+89.9%
Graduate Degree+11.2%
School Test Score5.51
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density633/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access66.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.5 min
Drive Alone69.0%
Public Transit27.6%
Work from Home0.0%

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